95/100 'Outstanding' | Cameron Douglas MS
Millton's Clos de St Anne series have a rightful position at the very pinnacle of Gisborne wine production and this limited release is a bespoke wine that has clearly been made for the cellar. The range is a celebration of a special vineyard site and meticulous winemaking and is only made in vintages when conditions are absolutely perfect.
This 2021 viognier is a stunning release. It's bright and floral with gorgeous texture and complexity coming from barrel ageing and malolactic fermentation. Drink now or tuck away for a few years.
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The winery writes "This vintage has the saline structure of sake with aromas of caramel, baked pears apple tart and warm leather, a hint of fennel and aniseed. Think Umami. The texture gives warmth to these aromas, like walking on a crunchy shingle pathway through a flower garden on a summers’ afternoon. The taste is velvet smooth with a tannin grip showing beautiful harmony across the phenolic structure."
Cameron Douglas MS writes "This is a wine of texture and subtle power, spice, place and time. The varietal core and intensity of this excellent wine all comes through on the palate. Flavours of apricot and peach, clay and stone soils with a whisper of bacon spice (barrel). The texture is a soft silk cream with acidity and alcohol layering in contrast and balance. A delicious wine that will continue to develop over the next 205 years. Best drinking from 2025 through 2030."
Stock Level: | Limited |
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Vintage: | 2021 |
Volume: | 750ml |
Alcohol: | 14% |
Seal Type: | Cork |